Compare performance (100 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (14500 £ vs 30800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Spring or Mazda MX-30?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Dacia Spring has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 14500 £ , while the Mazda MX-30 costs 30800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16363 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Dacia Spring: with 12.40 kWh per 100 km, it’s clearly more efficient than the Mazda MX-30 with 18.30 kWh. That’s a difference of about 5.90 kWh.
As for electric range, the Dacia Spring performs significantly better – achieving up to 225 km, about 140 km more than the Mazda MX-30.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Mazda MX-30 has a convincingly edge – offering 170 HP compared to 100 HP. That’s roughly 70 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda MX-30 is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 9.10 s, while the Dacia Spring takes 9.60 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Mazda MX-30 offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.
In curb weight, Dacia Spring is convincingly lighter – 1070 kg compared to 1849 kg. The difference is around 779 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mazda MX-30 offers somewhat more room – 350 L compared to 308 L. That’s a difference of about 42 L.
When it comes to payload, Mazda MX-30 distinct takes the win – 402 kg compared to 274 kg. That’s a difference of about 128 kg.
The Dacia Spring is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
The Dacia Spring is an unpretentious city electric that strips EV ownership down to the essentials, offering clean, fuss-free transport for daily urban life. It won't impress luxury-seekers, but its cheerful practicality and rock-bottom running costs make it a clever, no-nonsense choice for anyone who wants electric mobility without the drama.
detailsThe Mazda MX-30 trades conventional EV practicality for a boutique vibe, wrapping easy urban agility and a stylish, artisan interior into a compact package that stands out in the crossover crowd. It’s ideal for city-minded buyers who value design and driving feel over long-distance trips, and its quirky details prove Mazda can be playful without losing its driver-focused soul.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
14500 - 16900 £
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Price
30800 - 37100 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.4 - 12.7 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.30 kWh
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Electric Range
221 - 225 km
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Electric Range
85 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
22 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1070 kg
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Curb weight
1849 kg
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Trunk capacity
308 L
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Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
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Length
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Length
4395 mm
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Width
1583 mm
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Width
1848 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1555 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1137 - 1155 L
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Payload
274 kg
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Payload
402 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
70 - 100 HP
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Power HP
170 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 - 12.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.10 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
140 km/h
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Torque
137 Nm
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Torque
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
52 - 75 kW
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Power kW
125 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
830 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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Brand
Dacia
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Brand
Mazda
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The Dacia Spring is available as Front-Wheel Drive.